Moon Phase on March 16, 2011

On Wednesday, March 16, 2011 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 85% illuminated and 11.0 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Illumination85%
Moon age
11.0 days
Full Moon
in 3.3 days

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Moon Data for March 16, 2011

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
84.9%
Moon age
11.0 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Leo
Distance from Earth
366,488 km

Values are for 12:00 UTC. Illumination changes by only a few percent within a day, so they hold for the whole date almost anywhere on Earth.

About the Waxing Gibbous

The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.

Spiritual Meaning

Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.

Questions About March 16, 2011

What was the moon phase on March 16, 2011?

On Wednesday, March 16, 2011 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 85% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 16, 2011?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, February 18, 2011 and Saturday, March 19, 2011.

Was there a new moon on March 16, 2011?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, March 4, 2011 and Sunday, April 3, 2011.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 16, 2011?

The moon was in Leo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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